Worldwide Produce acquires San Marcos-based Left Coast Food Company

Worldwide Produce, a portfolio company of Sole Source Capital, has acquired Left Coast Food Company, a frozen food goods and dry goods distributor in the greater San Diego area.

The financial details of the deal were not revealed.

The San Marcos, California-based Left Coast Food Company is the fifth acquisition of Worldwide Produce since it became the portfolio company of Sole Source Capital in 2019.

Established in 2017, Left Coast Food Company deals in the distribution of perishable and non-perishable goods, mainly to foodservice customers.

Worldwide Produce is a fresh produce and dairy distributor on the US West Coast.

Guy Roney — Left Coast Food Company President said: “Worldwide Produce is an ideal partner to support the continued growth of Left Coast Food Company. By joining Worldwide, Left Coast will benefit from Worldwide’s expansive product catalog and supplier relationships to offer more choices to customers to meet their diverse food needs.”

With the acquisition of Left Coast Food Company, the footprint of Worldwide Produce will be expanded in Southern California.

Todd Ferguson — Worldwide Produce CEO said: “Left Coast has made a strong impression on its customer base in the region surrounding San Diego, a highly attractive area in which we have operated for years. We are excited to further expands Worldwide’s presence there.

“Worldwide’s operational and product sourcing expertise, combined with Left Coast’s dedicated focus to the San Diego region, will allow both companies to continue to provide the highest level of product and service to our customers.”